Disney+: a crime, a media judgment and a series that gives what to talk about

The miniseries based on real events that explore a case that shook the United States, with an outstanding interpretation of Jessica Biel.

The Adaptationsof series and films based on real crimes are of the most consumed content by society today. The first place is taken by the documentaries inspired by shocking cases that manage to attract both fans of the police genre and those who like to analyze the mind of a criminal from a deeper look.

One of the factors that drive this trend is the search for likelihood. Real -act fictions usually precisely recreate the scenarios, testimonies and research Behind the crimes. However, the challenge lies in balancing the faithfulness to the facts with the television narrative, which requires dramatic tension and a more detailed development of the characters without falling into the mere documentary reconstruction.

The media judgments They also play a key role in this boom. Some criminal cases not only impacted their communitiesbut they became public shows in a row with precision by the press and the public. In many cases the content obtained during the judicial day ends becoming a documentary accompanied by testimonies of the journalists who followed the cause.

What is Candy: a story of passion and crime

The New Disney+ miniseries tells the story of the renowned case of “Candy Montgomery”:

On June 13, 1980, in Texas, Betty Gore was brutally murdered with a axe. Her friend and neighbor, Candy Montgomeryit was the main suspect of crime. What began as a case of extremely meaningless violence soon became a well of secrets, prohibited relationships and unexpected deceptions.

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The story quickly captured the attention of the mediathat they followed every detail of the trial with an almost obsessive interest. During the judicial process, Candy claimed that it was by self -defense, ensuring that the murder occurred while arguing with Betty. However, the violence of the attack (41 blows with an ax) and the coldness with which his life continued after crime generated doubts among public opinion.

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The media coverage It was so relevant that it made it one of the most commented cases of the decade. Thanks to this, the Miniseries Reconstructs not only the facts of crime, but also seeks to reflect the Complex Personality of Candy and the social dynamics of the time.

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